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Brevard Public Schools Career and Technical Education Director Rachel Rutledge New Lead Brevard Chief Executive Officer

By  //  April 24, 2026

Rutledge leads initiatives that prepare students for career pathways

Rachel Rutledge, a Career and Technical Education Director for Brevard Public Schools, has been named Lead Brevard Chief Executive Officer. According to a Lead Brevard spokesperson, she brings extensive experience in education, leadership development, and community collaboration to her new role at LEAD Brevard.

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA —  Rachel Rutledge, a Career and Technical Education Director for Brevard Public Schools, has been named Lead Brevard Chief Executive Officer.

As the BPS Career and Technical Education Director for Brevard Public Schools, Rutledge leads initiatives that prepare students for career pathways aligned with workforce and economic development needs throughout Brevard County.

According to a Lead Brevard spokesperson, Rutledge brings extensive experience in education, leadership development, and community collaboration to her new role at LEAD Brevard.

“LEAD Brevard plays a vital role in developing informed, connected, and forward-thinking leaders for our community,” said Rutledge.

“I am honored to step into this role and build on the organization’s strong legacy while continuing to create meaningful leadership experiences that strengthen Brevard County.”

“Rachel Rutledge brings the vision, experience, and collaborative mindset needed to guide LEAD Brevard forward,” said Monica Newman McCluney, Chairman of the LEAD Brevard Board of Directors.

“Rachel Rutledge brings the vision, experience, and collaborative mindset needed to guide LEAD Brevard forward,” said Monica Newman McCluney, Chairman of the LEAD Brevard Board of Directors.

Rutledge’s first day is May 1, and she will work with outgoing CEO Kristin Bakke for a smooth transition before Bakke’s retirement on May 31.

For more information about LEAD Brevard and its programs, visit Leadbrevard.org.